SALEM, OREGON, February 28, 2017 – The following may be attributed to Oregon Farm Bureau Federation President Barry Bushue: “We applaud President Trump for listening to thousands of farmers and ranchers around the nation when he signed an executive order today telling the Environmental Protection Agency to ditch the onerous Waters of the U.S. [...]

"Immigrants, migrants, and guest workers are vital contributors to the U.S. economy. Farm Bureau recognizes and honors their contributions to agriculture and other sectors. We will continue to advocate for a workable immigration policy that meets the needs of the economy; gives employers access to a legal, reliable workforce; and provides national security." Feb. 16, [...]

New OFB Board members answer, "What are your goals in Farm Bureau?" Region 6 Rep. Mike McCarthy is a pear and apple orchardist from Hood River County. "I'm serving on the OFB Board to keep agriculture a vital industry in Oregon and to build public support for Oregon's farm and ranch families," said [...]